Jacobs School of Music
Indiana University, Bloomington
Each topic provided below has accompanying lecture, lab, and podcast files. Lectures are saved as interactive pages (and as a powerpoint for printable thumbnail views), labs contain media files if applicable and printable PDF instructions, and podcasts contain video or pictures (open viewing screen in iTunes).
LECTURE: Interface (pptx) • LAB • Podcast (lecture notes) CLASS EXERCISE: Class Production Read Chapter 1: Interface and Media Analysis |
LECTURE: Sound and Function (pptx) Digital Audio: mp3 sample (need normalize) wav sample Podcasts: Digital Audio • Sample Rates CLASS EXERCISE: Form small groups. Listen to the audio clip 1 • audio clip 2 • audio clip 3 • audio clip 4 • audio clip 5. Search for pictures that match your assigned audio clip. Read Chapter 2: Audio in Multimedia |
LAB GOAL: create a 1-2 minute linear sequence using multiple videos (and optional stills); include title, transitions with a thematic purpose Podcasts: Saving Files • Movie Shots & Video Effects Cue Sheets Example 1(film and audio synchronization) (PDF) Cue Sheet Example 2 (PDF) Cue Sheet with Musical Score Example 3 (PDF) Video Shot Worksheet for Cue and Storyboards (PDF) CLASS EXERCISE: Create cue sheet from Superman video Class Example (Superman video) Read Chapter 3: iMovie Forget how to convert? Go to oncourse, resources, lectures, iMovie notes. |
Podcasts: Creating a Song (Lecture Notes) • Audio Effects • MIDI & Note Velocity Read Chapter 4: Audio in GarageBand Class Example (Using Sound in a Movie) Using Diagrams to Notate Musical Inflection / Synchronization CLASS EXERCISE: Listen to the example. Use the Diagrams link to notate what you are listening to. Listening Example: Global Drifts Read Chapter 5: GarageBand Composition (music theory) |
Class Example (Commercial Sound Logo) Sound Booth Mix Tutorial (PDF) SoundBooth Tutorial (multi-track mix) CLASS EXERCISE: Form Small Groups. Use the following media to create a sound logo in GarageBand or iMovie: Sound Logo Audio & Sound Logo Image.
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Podcast: iDVD Basics Video Terms (PDF) CLASS EXERCISE (pptx): Form small groups. Class Example (Intel Commercial). Discuss in class. Read Chapter 3: iDVD |
CLASS EXERCISE: Matching Pictures (pptx - html) Form 5 Groups. Each group will be assigned one picture. Create a 3-5 second sound that best matches the image. Use Fx and Mixing to create an original sound. Picture 1 • Picture 2 • Picture 3 • Picture 4 • Picture 5 Podcast Examples: Example 1 • Example 2 Read Chapter 6: GarageBand Podcasts |
LECTURE (pptx) (project form) Citation Guide (link) Organization: Branching • Linear Plan • Non-Linear Design Read Chapter 7: Project Development Audio Articles. Write a review on one article and how it might apply to your intended project when considering audio integration, audio purpose, and character. ******************************************************************* FINAL: Civic Documentary • Digital Storytelling • Create Your Own Video SERVICE LEARNING (real-life application) PROJECT RESOURCES: Storyboarding / Flowchart Examples (link) • Storyboard Blank Form • Shot List Blank Form• Video Release Blank Form • Public Domain Photographs
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LABS (10 or 20 points)
There are two types of labs assigned throughout the semester. Your PDF instruction sheet will inform you of the point value.
10 point assignments
----- Assets must be present
----- Specific skill must be employed
----- Project saved properly
20 point assignments
Above criteria plus the following:
----- audio integration
----- inclusion of purposeful media
----- creative treatment
MID-TERM (40 points)
Questions are multiple choice and are on reading assignments / lectures from the first 10 weeks of class. You may use your textbook or class notes. The calendar lists objectives for your reading. Use this collective list as your study guide.
PROJECT (100 points)
----- Inclusion of mixed media that supports thesis statement
----- Demonstrate proficiency of lab skills in final project.
----- Properly edited audio
----- Audio integration supports emotional context or content
----- Innovative connection and interface of media
----- Correctly saved
PROJECT PLAN (50 points)
----- Typed plan includes a cover sheet, summary of project, target audience description, description of sound integration, and a visual to illuminate special characteristics of the production. Include a list of assets you plan to use in your project
PRESENTATION / OPEN LABS (41 points)
Each open lab is worth 1 point for a total of 6 points. Each open lab you do not attend equals 0 points for that day. Students must attend at least 3 open labs and show your work in progress.
Each day you are present for final presentations is worth 5 points.
FINAL PROJECT XTRAS (25 points):
---- Citations (5 points)
Include a citation list of all sources referenced in your project. If you used your own media solely, you still need to fill out a citation form with this stated.
---- Peer Review (5 points)
Have a peer complete this on-line form to provide feedback on your nearly completed final project. This should be completed in the last two weeks of class.
---- Fair Use Act (5 points)
Complete this quick checklist to see if you qualify for fair use act protection. I keep these on file for 5 years.
---- Journal (10 points)
Submit a one page reflective statement of your overall class experience and some insight into the time spent on your final project.
PARTICIPATION (70 points)
Class exercises are worth 10 points each. This cumulative score will indicate your overall attendance and participation during class activities.
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